Commonly confused words

accent vs. ascent

  accent (pronunciation common to a region) She has a strong American accent. He now speaks with a British accent.   ascent (the act of rising or climbing) This is my first ascent of this mountain. The balloon began its gradual ascent into the air.   assent (consent, agreement) They …

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accede vs. exceed

  accede  formal (to agree) They had no choice but to accede. The president acceded to the policy reform.   exceed (to go beyond, surpass) The final cost will not exceed $3000. Our expenditures shouldn’t exceed our income.   envocabulary.com

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abjure vs. adjure

  abjure (renounce a belief or claim) She is trying to make her husband abjure his religion. He was forced to abjure their faith.   adjure (urge or order earnestly) The judge adjured him to be truthful. I adjure you to keep my name a secret.   abjure vs. adjure – English Vocabulary

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everyday vs. every day

  everyday  adjective, only before noun (usual, regular) Cellphones are now part of everyday life. Robbery is an everyday occurrence in this city.   every day  adverbial (each day) We see each other every day. You should brush your teeth at least once every day.   We also go out every day. …

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